Oxycontin is a prescription medication used to treat severe pain. Oxycontin belongs to a group of drugs called opioids which work by stopping pain signals made in the brain.
Oxycontin comes as extended-release tablets and is taken every 12 hours.
Common side effects of Oxycontin include constipation, nausea, drowsiness, and dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Oxycontin affects you.
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